Be Prepared for Fire Season Safety

Be Prepared for Fire Season Safety

July 3, 2017

With temperatures rising and fireworks season at its peak, now is a great time to ensure you and your family are prepared for fire-related electrical outages this summer.

Forest and rangeland fires can cause power outages, either because fire damages electrical equipment or because service must be interrupted to ensure fire crew safety. While the average Idaho Power customer is without power less than two hours per year, some outages last hours or even days.

In an emergency, know how to protect your health and home if electricity is suddenly unavailable. Here are some important reminders:

Review preparedness tips at idahopower.com for a handy outage kit checklist and information on how to avoid delays in getting your power restored.